BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 9th day of July A.D., 2013, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RAMON GARCIA HONORABLE A.C. CUELLAR, JR. HONORABLE HECTOR "TITO" PALACIOS HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS’ COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING July 9, 2013 9:30 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held at the Edinburg Council Chambers 415 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
All members of the Court were counted present.
Felix Rodriguez led the Donna Veteran of Foreign Post in the presentation of the Colors and led the Court and Audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Virginia Townsend led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
The Court moved to approve the Consent Agenda.
-Opal Billman discussed surveys that were to be done to her home, title owners of her home, made up contracts,etc.
-Fern McClaugherty questioned the creation/deletion of various positions, RMA, $20 Vehicle Registrion Fees, etc.
-Karina Cardoza, on behalf of Commissioner Cuellar, invited everyone to attend the groundbreaking of Mile 2 West Project on Friday, July 12, 2013 in Mercedes.
-Karina Cardoza read a letter of appreciation addressed to the Commissioners Court on behalf of Judge Carlos Villalon, Jr. with the Child Protection/Welfare Court.
Bobby Villareal informed the Court and Audience that the Govenor will be doing the ceremonies for the merging of the two universities @ 9:30 at the Pan Am Studen Union Theatre.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the Transportatin Project and Pledge Agreement in the amount of $10.00 for thirty (30) years for the Vehicle Registration Fee.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Bobby Villareal commented that there would be an unveiling in Harlingen and Pharr on the upcomng I-69 Alliance.
Hilda Salinas read the Resolution into the Record.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption as it pertains to CL-13-2038-D; Rosa Medina Lugo, Relator vs. Judge Gilberto Saenz, as listed on the Addendum.
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting engagement with the firm of Atlas & Hall & Rodriguez for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval as it pertains to CL-13-2038-D; Rosa Medina Lugo, Relator vs. Judge Gilberto Saenz, as listed on the Addendum.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1) Renovations to Former Administration Building 1st and 2nd Floors
2) Update on Courthouse Portable Building Project, other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
NO ACTION taken on items 7.B.1, 2 & 3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to appoint Ramon Garcia, County Judge as voting delegate and appoint Larry Gallardo, Constable Pct. 3 as an alternate to NACO
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to appoint Judge Ramon Garcia as delegate and appoint Constable Larry Gallardo as alternate to NACO.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Senior Deputy Fire Marshal Tommy Ureste was recognized as Fire Investigator of the Year for 2012/2013.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to appoint Victor Ramirez and John O'Valle as Auxiliary Fire Marshal Personnel.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Acceptance of Constable Martin "Marty" Cantu's proof of Texas Peace Officer License in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 86.0021.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios stepped away.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Acceptance of Constable J.E. "Eddie" Guerra's proof of Texas Peace Officer license in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 86.0021
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval of the following claim/invoice with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment/check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Merab Alexandra Rodriguez | 6/7/13 | $210.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to create the following temporary full time position:
| Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| T017 | Assistant Deputy County Clerk | $ 10,400.00 per year/$10.00 per hour |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
Funding concerns and breach in policy were expressed by the Auditor's Office. Mrs. Muniz clarified that this position would be providing assistance with the hail storm cases and explained that funding would come from the Record Archives. Mrs. Muniz explained that this position was already in place, but that the position had expired.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to create the following full time position:
| Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| 0415 | Quality Assurance Inspector | $ 55,000.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
Commissioner Hector Palacios stepped away from the Court.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.B. 1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to remove clothing allowance as follows, effective next full pay period, 07/15/13.
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Slot #
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Position Title | Budgeted Amount (Allowance) |
| 0343 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step II) | $500.00 |
| 0238 | Deputy Sheriff (Step II) | $500.00 |
| 0157 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step III) | $500.00 |
| 0225 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step I) | $500.00 |
| 0077 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step IV) | $500.00 |
| 0083 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step IV) | $500.00 |
| 0126 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step III) | $500.00 |
| 0019 | Lieutenant (Step II) | $500.00 |
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Approval to authorize clothing allowance as follows, effective 07/15/13:
| Slot # | Position Title | Budgeted Amount (Allowance) |
| 0024 | Sergeant (Step I) | $500.00 |
| 0068 | Deputy Sheriff (Step II) | $500.00 |
| 0117 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step IV) | $500.00 |
| 0202 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step I) | $500.00 |
| 0219 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step II) | $500.00 |
| 0223 | Deputy Sheriff (Step II) | $500.00 |
| 0229 | Deputy Sheriff (Step II) | $500.00 |
| 0233 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step I) | $500.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.C.2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0
1. Approval to create the following full time position:
| Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| 0003 | UCP Coordinator II | $ 44,583.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
Commissioner Hector Palacios joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.D.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to create the following full time position:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0015 | Sergeant (step 1) | $47,359.00 |
NO ACTION taken on items 11.E.1 & 2.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Prgm. | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | Rd Admin | 0012 | Administrative Assistant IV | $49,440.00 |
| Create | Rd Maint | 0140 | Assistant Field Operations Director | $49,440.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.F.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0060 | Technician III | $ 37,359.00 |
| Create | 0078 | Administrative Assistant IV | $ 35,254.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
Linda Fong, with the Auditor's Office, asked the Court if the policy should be brought back for clarifications and exemptions pertaining to Grant Funding, expired positions, etc. Sergio Cruz, Budget Officer, stated that he would bring back the policy, with revisions as requested by the Court.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.G.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| Quantity | Service Plan | Amount |
| 47 | Business Advantage Unlimited Messaging & Unlimited Data 200 | $45.59 |
| 47 | Premium Data Charge | $10.00 |
| Estimated Monthly Rate for (47) Cell Phones: | $2,612.73 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| For the month of: | Amount |
| February | $20.26 |
| March | $20.26 |
| April | $20.21 |
| May | $20.22 |
| June | $20.26 |
| Total | $101.21 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application for the TB Federal program for FY 14 in the amount of $279,480.00. This grant requires a twenty percent local funding match.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to submit the renewal grant application for the TB Federal Program, with 20% cash match.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Eddie Olivarez read the Resolution into the Record.
Virginia Townsend commented that she did not want more taxes.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the Hidalgo County Health Care Funding District.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Order Adopting Rules and Procedures of the Hidalgo County Health Care Funding District.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the Order Adopting Rules and Procedures of the Hidalgo County Health Care Funding District.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Flores stepped away.
3. Approval and Authority to publish Notice of a Public Hearing on the amounts of mandatory payments the Commission of the Hidalgo County Health Care Funding District intends to require during the year and how the revenue derived from those payments is to be spent.
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIOUS vote of approval to publish the Notice of a Public Hearing.
Vote: 4 - 0 Unanimously
The Court was informed that there would be a referrendum on the election ballot in November to approve transfer of monies from the Rainy Day Funds to a Swift Account in order to to assist with projects pertaining to water conservation.
Commissioner Cuellar stepped away.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Department: | Qty: | Description: | User: | Service Plan: | Equipment Total: |
| Comm. Pct. 2 | 1 | Cell Phone | County Wide Shop Office Use | Nationwide Talk Small Business Shr Primary 1400 @ $61.60/mo + $5.00/txs/fees = $66.60 X 6 (July-Dec 2013) = $399.60 | Samsung Convoy 2 @ $0. |
| Comm. Pct. 2 | 1 | Cell Phone | County Wide Shop Office Use | Nationwide Talk Small Business Shr Secondary 1400 @ $9.99/mo + $5.00/txs/fees = $14.99 X 6 (July-Dec 2013) = $89.94 | Samsund Convoy 2 @ $0. |
| Urban County | 2 | Data Cards | Office Use | Unlimited Mobile Broadband Plan @ $37.99/mo + $5.00/txs/fees = $42.99 X 6 (July-Dec 2013) = $257.94 X 2 = $515.88 | MIFI4620LE @ $0. |
| Fire Marshal | 5 | Data Cards | Office Use | Unlimited Mobile Broadband Plan @ $37.99/mo + $5.00/txs/fees = $42.99 X 6 (July-Dec 2013) = $257.94 X 5 = $1,289.70 | MIFI4620LE @ $0 |
| Fire Marshal | 4 | Data Cards | Office Use | Unlimited Mobile Broadband Plan @ $37.99/mo + $5.00/txs/fees = $42.99 X 6 (July-Dec 2013) = $257.94 X 4 = $1,031.76 | 4G LTE USB Modem @ $0. |
Commissioner Cuellar joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Hidalgo County Auditor for the HIDTA Task Force Grant.
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $356,567.00.
Commissioner H. Palacios stepped away.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 18.B.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner J. Palacios and Commissioner H. Palacios stepped away.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner J. Palacios joined the meeting.
Ms. Serna for the Record: This is related to a Pct. 1 Project in which the Border Colonia Access Program will participate in providing pavement and drainage improvements.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. (1) Unit in the City of Alamo and (2) units in the City of Mercedes in the amount of $131,020.00 to G & G Contractors.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
met the established Affordability Periods, and CHDO Agreements , as they relate to the Home Program.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Hector Palacios joined the meeting.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
| Invoice Date | Vendor | Description | Amount |
| 05/02/13 | Time Warner Cable | Additional Outlet | $115.33 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Discussion and approval of Appointment of Republican Presiding Election Judges and Alternate Election Judges for the August 1, 2013 through the July 31, 2015 term.
NO ACTION taken on items 20.C.1 & 2.
| INVOICE DATE | VENDOR | DESCRIPTION | AMOUNT |
| 6/12/13 | Alejandro Lopez | county gas card didn't work on way back from Denton County | $40.01 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| Invoice Date | Vendor | Description | Amount |
| 05/01/13 | Hacienda Ford | For Labor | $30.50 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| Vendor | Account No. | Billing Date | Amount |
| AT&T | 019-174-8219-001 | May 19, 2013 | $19.06 |
| AT&T | 019-174-8219-001 | June 19, 2013 | ($12.79) credit |
2. Requesting for Commissioners Court to approve Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service be added to the DIR Contract through AT&T.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 21.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Eduardo’s No. 12 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Diana Izaguirrez)
b. Concho Heights Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Kyndel Bennett)
c. San Joaquin Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Herb Scurlock)
d. Villa Rama Phase 6 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Rick Martin)
e. Loma Verde No. 3 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Kyle Ruppert)
f. San Pablo Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Tillmin Welch)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 22.A.1.a through f, subject to comments by departments prior to final.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Final Approval
a. Salida Del Sol Estates Phase 6 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Mario Flores)
Commissioner Flores for the Record: Mario Flores is of No Relation.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Buenos Aires Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Noe Salazar)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Le Vendicion Ranch Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Michael Baldwin)
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Las Estrellas Phase I – Pct. 3 (CWL Limited)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Las Estrellas Phase III – Pct. 3 (CWL Limited)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Las Estrellas Phase IV – Pct. 3 (CWL Limited)
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval., effective July 9, 2013.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Consideration and approval on “Waiver of Appraisal Report” on a certain tract of land described as Parcel No.1 – J.C. Engelman Subdivision, Sections 262 and 263, Lots 4 and 5 for the Delta West Subdivision Drainage Improvement Project.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Mr. Olivarez thanked the Court for their assistance and discussed the various projects within each commissioners' precinct explained the default with contractor on project in Pct. 2, and discussed the completion time on projects.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. In Accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval to serve as project sponsor for a highway project and prepare an environmental review document.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of interlocal agreement between The Texas Dept. of Transportation and The County of Hidalgo for the Dicker Road Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| Vendor | Invoice # | Amount |
| Radio Shack | 203446 | 23.49 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Sergio Cruz, Budget Officer, informed the court that BBVA has withdrawn as paying agent for the Certificates of Obligation 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2005 Refunding Series.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the Bank of New York Mellon as new paying agent for said series, subject to Bond Counsel and Auditor's Office review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the Professional Engineerig Agreement with L&G Engineering.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve with Ellis & Lewis, Inc.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Authority for Purchasing Department to negotiate a letter engagement including (Best and Final Offer) with the sole participant for "Actuarial Consulting Services for Part I-GASB 43 and/or 45 OPEB Valuation Analysis and Part II- Health Benefits Reserve Analysis"-Hidalgo County RFP No. 2013-022-05-01-CGA.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to negotiate a letter of engagement with Ellis & Lewis, Inc.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve with ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Martha Salazar, Purchasing Agent, explained that the Office of Court Administration has some guidelines that they want imposed as part of the agreement, but as of yet have not finished the guidelines.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Steve Crain, Legal Counsel, and Michael Garza, with the District Attorney's Office, both stated that they have not reviewed the agreement.
Ms. Salazar continued to clarify the urgency of this matter as requested by the County Clerk's and District Clerk's Offices and the need to start transition from the old vendor to the new vendor. She stated that the actual agreement will later be brought back for review and approval by Court.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to recind previous action.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, subject to review by Atlas & Hall.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to go into Closed Session.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
NO ACTION taken on items 28. A through C.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to Adjourn.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 9th day of July, 2013
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Priscilla Torres, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on July 9, 2013.
Signed this 12th day of July 2013
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy